permission
noun
uk/pəˈmɪʃən/ us [ U ]
the act of allowing something to happen, or allowing someone to do something:
permission for sth The EU has already granted its permission for the deal to go through.
permission to do sth We did get permission to hire more staff.
They did the work without permission and without an official budget.
Don't give permission to websites to install programs or files on your PC.
ask for/seek/request permission Today's court case is to seek permission to convene meetings with shareholders.
get/obtain/receive permission You must obtain permission from the Inland Revenue before going abroad.
grant/deny/refuse permission The Council has decided to refuse permission for the development to go ahead.
[ C, often plural ] LAW
an official document allowing someone to do something:
All the necessary permissions are in place.